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Spring Showcase of New Homes
OFFICERS President - Steve Huben Custom Kreations, Inc. Vice President - Steve Atkins Atkins Family Builders Associate Vice President Kim Reed - 2011 - Bank Mutual
March 5-6, 10-13
Secretary - Mark LeMense LeMense Quality Homes, Inc. Treasurer - Jill Hendricks Vision Realty & Development Past President 2010 - Scott Puyleart Puyleart Bros. Construction LLC Past President 2009 - Ron Thiesfeldt Ron Thiesfeldt Construction, LLC Builder Directors Bryon Jankowski Classic Homes Construction, Inc. James Kassner James Kassner Construction, Inc.
Featuring the design and construction craftsmanship of area builders presented in a variety of sizes and price ranges. Whether consumers are looking for their first home, executive home, retirement home or just getting ideas for decorating or remodeling, they’re sure to find something that meets their style and price needs.
Steve Kassner Steven Kassner Construction, Inc. Bill Koehne - Ark Homes, Inc. Associate Directors Bill Imig - 2011 Wisconsin Building Supply Greg Kirschling - 2011-2012 Lumber Dealers Supply, Inc. Jim Lenz - 2011 Gordon Lenz & Associates, Inc. Kevin Pitts - 2011-2012 Wisconsin Public Service Corp. Dean Stoller - 2011-2012 Valley Cabinet, Inc. Pat Stuckart - 2011 - Green Bay Lighting Carrie Tedtman - 2011-2012 H.J. Martin & Son WOMEN IN BUILDING Director Patti Hoppe Vogels Buckman Appraisal Group, Inc.
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iscover your inspiration at the Brown County Home Builders Association’s Spring Showcase of New Homes! Mark your calendar for this premier home tour, March 5-6 and 10-13. Saturday and Sunday hours are 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday and Friday hours are 4 - 7 p.m. Thursday, March 10 and Friday, March 11 will be Family Night – children 16 and under will be given free admission. Tickets can be purchased at any home during the event. Tickets are $10 (children 2 and under are free if they are carried throughout the entire home). Pre-Sale tickets for $8
are available through March 4 at the Brown County Home Builders Association Office. Presale tickets are also available at the following area businesses: Bank Mutual; H.J. Martin & Son; Macco’s Floor Covering; North Shore Bank and Van Vreede’s TV & Appliance. Visit www.bchba.org for more information on ticket sales locations. When tickets are purchased, consumers will receive the official tour book. Visit www.bchba.org to plan your customized home tour or for a link to the Spring Showcase of New Homes on Facebook. You can also stop by
Vote for your favorite could win s a$nd you a gift card. 100 gas Showcase See your ticke more info t for the Brown County Home Builders Association office at 811 Packerland Drive or call (920) 494-9020. Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., and Fridays, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Multifamily Director Erik Goerke Alliance Management LLC Executive Officer Mari McAllister-Charles
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Scheelk Construction
645 Hoganwood Circle - Little Suamico
4332 Forest Ridge Drive - Suamico
■ 2,500 sq. ft. ■ Craftsman inspired with a touch of contemporary flair. ■ This split bedroom design, 3 bedroom, 2 full bath ranch has a warm inviting feel. ■ Granite counter tops, detailed custom maple cabinetry with a walk-in pantry, hardwood flooring, custom tile work, 9-foot ceilings with painted crown molding and trim, 3 paneled shaker interior doors. ■ Beautiful master quarters with a walk-in tiled master shower with double sinks.
■ 1,687 sq. ft. ■ Craftsman-style home. ■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy efficiency in new construction. ■ 9-ft., 4-inch ceilings, step trays, decorative niches, barrel ceiling in foyer. ■ Large raised snack bar, walk-in pantry, under cabinet lighting, maple trim and cabinets. ■ Andersen windows, extra large closets, gas log fireplace.
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■ Gorgeous curb appeal with stone, cement siding and shaker style siding, custom garage doors, 10/12 roof pitch, custom front door. ■ Large Kolbe windows, 3-stall garage with access to lower level, interior and exterior transom windows, open staircase. ■ Welcoming, open concept floor plan. ■ Gas fireplace with stone surround. ■ Located on 1.5 wooded acre lot.
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■ Exposed lower level, garage to basement entry. ■ Covered porch. Brick, shake and vinyl siding. ■ Sound system, soak tub in main bath. ■ Tile and wood floors. ■ 18-inch floor trusses. ■ Sub floor ventilation system. ■ Mud room with lockers. ■ Road is a cul-de-sac. ■ Lot borders Brown County Reforestation Camp.
J&J Builders of Northeast WI, Inc.
3136 Hidden Pond Road - Suamico
2784 Whippoorwill Road - Suamico
■ 4,223 sq. ft. ■ Innovative design and architectural details throughout. ■ Green built home using geothermal technology. ■ Natural stone and shake exterior. ■ Spacious kitchen with large walk-in pantry. ■ Covered patio with wood-burning fireplace.
■ 2,212 sq. ft. ■ Hilly wooded lot with a full walk-out basement overlooking a wildlife pond. ■ Geothermal heating and air conditioning system with pond loop. ■ Level entry access at all entrances. ■ Great wooded and pond views from the “open concept” main living areas. ■ Coffered ceiling in great room. ■ Lighted stepped tray ceiling in master bedroom. ■ 3-panel maple doors with oil rubbed hardware. ■ Maple raised panel cabinetry with large flush top island.
■ Walnut plank flooring. ■ Custom cabinets and woodwork throughout. ■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy efficiency in new construction.
■ Custom cabinetry, specialty woodwork by J&J Builders of Northeast WI, Inc. ■ Custom tile shower in master bath. ■ Dog wash station. ■ Large attic storage area over the garage with interior stair access. ■ Lower level framed for future expansion. ■ State verified green built home certification. ■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy Zero Step efficiency in new Entry construction.
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Start at any home and as you make your way through the tour at your own leisure, you will not be disappointed! Meet with the builders and learn how they made the dreams of their homeowners come to life. Find out about the latest trends in remodeling and decorating. Start envisioning your new custom
Want to learn about future events before they occur? Call the BCHBA at (920) 494-9020 to be added to our e-mail list, or become a fan on Facebook - a link to our fan pages can be found at www.bchba.org. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite homes – find a listing of participating homes to the right.
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Integrity Home Builders, Inc.
4041 Annabell Circle - Pittsfield
2835 Moose Creek Trail - Suamico
■ 2,926 sq. ft. ■ Brick front ranch with quoin corner accents on 2 acre lot. ■ Custom Hickory cabinets with granite countertops in professional kitchen. ■ Beautiful 3/4-inch tongue-and-groove hardwood throughout first floor. ■ Split bedroom design with large master suite and walk-in tile shower and whirlpool tub. ■ 5 rooms boast tongue-and-groove ceilings.
■ 2,140 sq. ft. ■ Maple 3-panel doors and trim. ■ Granite countertops. ■ Hickory flooring. ■ 9-ft. ceilings throughout. ■ Dinette with large windows on 3 sides overlooking conservancy. ■ Split bedroom design. ■ Daylight windows in lower level and stubbed for full bath.
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■ Stone front fireplace and stone accent walls. ■ Oak 4-panel doors and trim. ■ Custom sound and security system. ■ Exposed lower level for future expansion. ■ Finished 4-stall garage with 10-ft. doors and access to basement. ■ Andersen windows and fiberglass doors.
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■ Basement entry from garage. ■ Stone front with pillars. ■ Large master bedroom with large walk-in closet. ■ Laundry room with access to master bedroom. ■ Open foyer with open concept. ■ Walk-in pantry. ■ Stone front fireplace.
Bay Lakes Builders & Development
2562 Honey Clover Court - Suamico
2531 Clear Brook Circle - Howard
■ 1,592 sq. ft. ■ Craftsman styling. ■ Open concept, split bedroom ranch. ■ Stone exterior accents. ■ Cultured stone gas fireplace. ■ Custom maple cabinetry.
■ 4,264 sq. ft. ■ Unique and efficient home design maximizes square footage to accommodate 8 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and two laundries. ■ Pre-cast structural concrete slab used for garage floor allows for additional future living space beneath garage. ■ Master suite features tray ceiling, walk-in closet, and private bathroom offering vanity with double sinks and huge walk-in tiled shower.
■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy efficiency in new construction. ■ 3 bedroom, 2-1/2 baths.
■ Mudroom off garage entry featuring 8 built-in lockers. ■ Kitchen with abundant cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, center island, and walk-in corner pantry.
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Lexington Homes, Inc.
3185 Howard View Lane - Howard
979 Faversham Way - Howard
■ 1,837 sq. ft. of quality construction at an affordable price. ■ Excellent, family friendly floor plan with no-step entry. ■ Oversized three-stall garage with basement access. ■ 9-foot and 10-foot ceilings with unique designs.
■ 3,757 sq. ft. ■ Elegant facade with arched stone entry, custom wood front door. ■ Coffered ceiling and custom stone fireplace with wood mantle and open staircase to second floor. ■ Raised open stairs lead to the master suite with beamed ceiling features and a custom ceramic walk-in shower and tub. ■ Enter through French doors to front office with built-in bookshelves and crown moulding.
■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy efficiency in new construction. ■ Custom trim throughout. ■ Daylight windows in basement for future expansion.
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■ Gourmet kitchen with stone surround pantry, custom maple cabinets and built-in appliances. ■ Functional loft area with open railing to below, unique ceiling features and back windows overlooking exceptional pond view. ■ Future expansion in lower level including recreational room, full bath and sport court with 14-ft. ceilings. ■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy efficiency in new construction.
Lexington Homes, Inc.
1111 Herne Bay Way - Howard
4828 Isabella Circle - Hobart
■ 2,036 sq. ft. ■ Signature MDH maple plan with 9-ft. ceilings throughout. ■ Open concept design with cathedral ceiling in great room overlooking a wooded lot on a conservancy. ■ Kitchen with custom maple cabinets, granite tops, tile backsplash and a custom decorative range hood. ■ Spacious family foyer with abundant storage and bench area. ■ Convenient oversized laundry room that connects to the master closet. ■ Master bath with soaking bath and double vanities.
■ 1,770 sq. ft. ■ Four-panel doors, designer light fixtures. ■ Complete landscape package. ■ Custom maple cabinetry. ■ Hard to find 1st floor master bedroom. ■ 3 spacious bedrooms upstairs.
■ Exposed windows in lower level, great for future basement finishing. ■ Voted the Post Crescent’s “Best of the Valley” Builder in 2008, 2009, and first runner-up in 2010. ■ Every MDH Home comes with a lifetime dry-basement guarantee. ■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy efficiency in new construction. Universally Designed
■ Exposed lower level for future expansion. ■ Wrought iron stair system. ■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy efficiency in new construction. ■ Green Built Home.
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Perret Homes, Inc. – 2562 Honey Clover Court, Suamico Lexington Homes, Inc. – 4828 Isabella Circle, Hobart Michaels Custom Homes, LLC – 390 Whispering Creek Court, Howard Total Service Development, LLC – 1280 Hannah Street, Green Bay Ronald J. Sinclair Const., LLC – 1472 Pat Tillman Street, Lawrence Robert Peters Construction, Inc. – 2449 Kilrush Road, De Pere Tim Halbrook Builders, Inc. – 3726 Euro Lane, Ledgeview Johnny B Home Construction, Inc. – 3221 Essen Road, Bellevue Ledgecrest Homes – 2980 E. Enderby Lane, Green Bay
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Scheelk Construction, Inc. – 4332 Forest Ridge Drive, Suamico J&J Builders of Northeast WI, Inc. – 2784 Whippoorwill Road, Suamico Hurrish Homes & Development – 4041 Annabell Circle, Pittsfield Integrity Home Builders, Inc. – 2835 Moose Creek Trail, Suamico Kwaterski Construction, Inc. – 3185 Howard View Lane, Howard Midwest Design Homes, Inc. – 1111 Herne Bay Way, Howard J&J Builders of Northeast WI, Inc. – 2733 Holly Way, Howard Best Built, Inc. – 3538 Silverado Trail, Ashwaubenon LeMense Quality Homes, Inc. – 2571 Quarry View Court, Ledgeview LeMense Quality Homes, Inc. – 1825 Allen Road, Eaton Bay Lakes Builders & Development – 4231 Nicolet Drive, Scott
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Atkins Family Builders
1351 South Sedona Circle - Hobart
1336 South Sedona Circle - Hobart
■ 3,726 sq. ft. ■ Arts & Crafts style home with picturesque view over hole #13 at Thornberry Creek Golf Course. ■ Family sized kitchen with tray ceiling, walk-in pantry, granite, center island seating, stainless steel appliances. ■ Impressive great room featuring tray ceiling with wood beams, gas fireplace with flanking cabinets, 10-ft. ceilings, open half-wall stairwell with 3 custom columns, hardwood floor.
■ 4,096 sq. ft. (2,037 main level; 997 2nd story; 1,062 lower level) ■ Gorgeous curb appeal incorporating stone, shakes and siding. ■ Large windows in the great room overlooking golf course fairway and conservancy. ■ Very unique kitchen layout. ■ Large finished lower level. ■ Unique fireplace treatment. ■ Large formal dining room with arches and columns. ■ Ultimate home for a growing family.
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■ Master suite has tile shower, glass doors, whirlpool tub, walk-in closet and scenic views of golf course. ■ Home office with French doors and transom above, closet off foyer. ■ Walk-out, finished lower level with family room, fireplace and game/bar room. ■ Guest suite and bath for out of town visitors. ■ Covered front and back porches with blue stone floor surfaces. ■ First floor utility room.
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■ Large very functional private laundry room. ■ Elegant master suite with tile shower and whirlpool. ■ Arched openings throughout. ■ Granite tops in kitchen, master bath and 1/2 bath. ■ Unique powder room. ■ 12 foot ceilings in great room. ■ Professionally decorated interior. ■ Very unique floor and wall coverings. ■ Unique paint colors throughout.
Smart Custom Homes
1217 North Sedona Circle - Hobart
2774 S. Memorial Drive - Howard
■ 4,039 sq. ft. (2,037 main level; 940 2nd story; 1,062 lower level) ■ Gorgeous curb appeal incorporating stone, shakes and siding. ■ Large windows in the great room overlooking golf course fairway and conservancy. ■ Very unique kitchen layout. ■ Large finished lower level. ■ Unique fireplace treatment. ■ Large formal dining room with arches and columns. ■ Ultimate home for a growing family.
■ 4,045 sq. ft. ■ Smart Custom Homes attention to detail. ■ Large walk-in pantry. ■ Master bath with walk-in shower and tub. ■ Large kitchen open to hearth room. ■ Brick, stone and shake exterior. ■ Large garage. ■ 3 fireplaces.
■ Large very functional private laundry room. ■ Elegant master suite with huge tile shower. ■ Arched openings throughout. ■ Granite tops in kitchen, master bath and 1/2 bath. ■ Unique powder room. ■ 12-foot ceilings in great room. ■ Professionally decorated interior. ■ Very unique floor and wall coverings. ■ Unique paint colors throughout.
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Michaels Custom Homes, LLC
2733 Holly Way - Howard
390 Whispering Creek Court - Howard
■ 2,191 sq. ft. ■ Prairie-style accents throughout home including a wrap-around porch. ■ LP SmartSide siding with shakes and natural stone around entire home. ■ Level entry access to home at all entrances. ■ Natural maple raised-panel cabinetry in kitchen with stone tops. ■ Rustic hickory hardwood floors, sand on site. ■ Lighted stepped tray ceiling in master bedroom. ■ Natural 6-panel maple doors with satin nickel hardware.
■ 1,635 sq. ft. ■ 3 bedroom ranch home. ■ Large 3-stall garage. ■ Entry level home. ■ 9-ft. high ceilings throughout the home. ■ Great Village of Howard neighborhood. ■ Beautiful custom cabinetry throughout the home.
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■ Piano room with vaulted ceiling, transom glass and dormer. ■ Custom cabinetry, specialty woodwork by J&J Builders of Northeast WI, Inc. ■ Custom tile shower in master bath. ■ Energy-efficient woodburning fireplace. ■ State verified Green Built Home certification. ■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy Zero Step efficiency in new Entry construction.
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1280 Hannah Street - Green Bay ■ 1,567 sq. ft. ■ Master suite with huge walk-in closet, tray ceilings and bath with 5-ft. shower stall. ■ First floor laundry with sink. ■ Oversize 3-stall garage. ■ Large covered front porch. ■ Solar tube/skylights. ■ Bathroom rough-in in basement with plans for future rec room and office. ■ Arched door openings.
Zero Step Entry
M. Gerhard Construction, Inc.
2113 Springcrest Place - Ashwaubenon
■ Exposed windows in basement. ■ 6-panel doors. ■ High-efficiency furnace. ■ Kitchen upgrades. ■ Passive radon gas system. ■ Charming great room with vaulted ceilings. ■ Continuous roof vent. ■ R-44 attic insulation. ■ Maintenance free exterior with high curb appeal. Zero Step Entry
■ 3,240 sq. ft. (2,178 main; 1,062 lower) ■ Empty nester floor plan. ■ Elegant sand-on-site hardwood floors throughout main level. ■ Exterior bricked column detail. ■ Glass mosaic fireplace in lower level. ■ Excellent design and layout for liveable and usable space.
■ Recessed tile backsplash in kitchen. ■ Custom tile shower in master bath. ■ Unsurpassed custom woodworking throughout. ■ Finished lower level with custom wet bar.
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1 Landmark Real Estate & Development, Inc. 645 Hoganwood Circle - Little Suamico, 54171 2 Scheelk Construction, Inc. 4332 Forest Ridge Drive - Suamico, 54313 3 Castlewood Homes LLC 3136 Hidden Pond Road - Suamico, 54313 4 J&J Builders of Northeast WI, Inc. 2784 Whippoorwill Road - Suamico, 54313 5 Hurrish Homes & Development 4041 Annabell Circle - Pittsfield, 54313 6 Integrity Home Builders, Inc. 2835 Moose Creek Trail - Suamico, 54313 7 Perret Homes, Inc. 2562 Honey Cover Court - Suamico, 54313 8 Bay Lakes Builders & Development 2531 Clear Brook Circle - Howard, 54313 9 Kwaterski Construction, Inc. 3185 Howard View Lane - Howard, 54313 10 Lexington Homes, Inc. 979 Faversham Way - Howard, 54313 11 Midwest Design Homes, Inc. 1111 Herne Bay Way - Howard, 54313 12 Lexington Homes, Inc. 4828 Isabella Circle - Hobart, 54155 13 Steven Kassner Construction, Inc. 1351 South Sedona Circle - Hobart, 54155 14 Atkins Family Builders 1336 South Sedona Circle - Hobart, 54155 15 Atkins Family Builders 1217 North Sedona Circle - Hobart, 54155 16 Smart Custom Homes 2774 S. Memorial Drive - Howard, 54313 17 J&J Builders of Northeast WI, Inc. 2733 Holly Way - Howard, 54303 18 Michaels Custom Homes, LLC 390 Whispering Creek Court - Howard, 54303 19 Total Service Development, LLC 1280 Hannah Street - Green Bay, 54303 20 M. Gerhard Construction, Inc. 2113 Springcrest Place - Ashwaubenon, 54304 21 Best Built, Inc 3538 Silverado Trail - Ashwaubenon, 54115 22 Gmack Development, Inc. 992 Aster Court - Ashwaubenon, 54115 23 Ronald J. Sinclair Const., LLC 1472 Pat Tillman St. - Lawrence, 54115 24 Gmack Development, Inc. 2654 Foxwood Court - Lawrence, 54115 25 Robert Peters Construction, Inc. 2449 Kilrush Road - De Pere, 54115 26 Detrie Construction, Inc. 2480 Reginald Hill - Ledgeview, 54115 27 The Cornerstone 1455 Bingham Drive - Ledgeview, 54115 28 TCD Homes 1700 Spring Hills Lane - Ledgeview, 54115 29 M. Gerhard Construction, Inc. 4087 Three Penny Court - Ledgeview, 54115 30 M. Gerhard Construction, Inc. 3957 Three Penny Court - Ledgeview, 54115
31 Tim Halbrook Builders, Inc. 3726 Euro Lane - Ledgeview, 54115 32 LeMense Quality Homes, Inc. 2571 Quarry View Court - Ledgeview, 54115 33 C & C Custom Builders Inc. 729 Iron Horse Way - Ledgeview, 54115 34 Radue Homes, Inc. 605 Marble Rock Circle - Ledgeview, 54115 35 Radue Homes, Inc. 684 Marble Rock Circle - Ledgeview, 54115 36 Gmack Development, Inc. 2680 Antares Terrace - Bellevue, 54115 37 Johnny B Home Construction, Inc. 3221 Essen Road - Bellevue, 54311
38 LeMense Quality Homes, Inc. 1825 Allen Rd. - Eaton, 54311 39 Smart Custom Homes 271 Lost Ridge Court - Green Bay, 54302 40 Ledgecrest Homes 2980 E. Enderby Lane - Green Bay, 54311 41 C & C Custom Builders Inc. 3487 County Line Road - New Franken, 54229 42 Bay Lakes Builders & Development 4231 Nicolet Drive - Scott, 54311 43 PortSide Builders, Inc. 8489 White Cliff Woods Lane - Fish Creek, 54212 44 Mike Haverkorn Constr. - Midwest Log Homes 3423 Cty Hwy V - Jacksonport, 54209
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Gmack Development, Inc.
3538 Silverado Trail - Ashwaubenon
992 Aster Court - Ashwaubenon
■ 2,647 sq. ft. ■ Coffered, wood beamed ceilings in the master bedroom. ■ Large master bath with his and hers walk-in closets. ■ Covered front entry with columns. ■ 10-ft. sloped ceilings in the foyer. ■ Arch and columns entering large great room with cathedral ceiling.
■ 4,053 sq. ft. ■ Great Victorian flair curb appeal. ■ Large front porch with zero-clearance entry from sidewalk. ■ All entries are wheelchair accessible – zero clearance. ■ First floor master suite. ■ Spacious kitchen, granite countertops. ■ Extra large island, dropped snack bar. ■ Octagon shaped den/office. ■ Bamboo hardwood flooring throughout most of first floor. ■ Three large bedrooms upstairs, all with walk-in closets. ■ Main bathroom is split design.
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■ Open concept kitchen to dining room. ■ 9-ft. ceilings throughout home. ■ Daylight windows in basement. ■ Raised-hearth fireplace in dining area. ■ Garage to basement stairs. ■ Open staircase with rail to basement. ■ Covered rear porch. ■ Claw foot tub.
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■ Octagon shaped playroom could be 5th bedroom. ■ Unfinished bonus room for storage or future finish. ■ Rec room in finished basement with daylight windows. ■ Extra large 3+ stall garage with entrance to basement. ■ Andersen Windows. ■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy Zero Step efficiency in new Entry construction.
Gmack Development, Inc.
1472 Pat Tillman St. - Lawrence
2654 Foxwood Court - Lawrence
■ 1,705 sq. ft. ■ Great room on back of house. ■ Raised snack bar in kitchen with walk-in pantry. ■ Big open foyer. ■ Master suite with walk-in closet and double sinks in master bath. ■ Garage has access stairs to basement. ■ Custom maple cabinets.
■ 3,258 sq. ft. ■ Beautiful curb appeal with natural stone and brick. ■ Traditional 1-1/2 story exterior. ■ Open concept design. ■ Beautiful custom cabinetry throughout. ■ Spacious master suite. ■ Sunroom off of kitchen.
■ Three large bedrooms upstairs. ■ Bedroom 4 has private bath. ■ Main bath is split design ■ Bonus room could be 5th bedroom or playroom. ■ Basement has daylight windows for future finish. ■ Large 3-stall garage. ■ Andersen Windows.
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Detrie Construction, Inc.
2449 Kilrush Road - De Pere
2480 Reginald Hill - Ledgeview
■ 1,337 sq. ft. ■ Beautiful ranch floor plan. ■ 3 bedrooms. ■ 2 full bathrooms. ■ First floor laundry. ■ Oak raised-panel cabinets. ■ Oak trim throughout home. ■ Cathedral ceilings in living room, dinette and kitchen.
■ 4,150 sq. ft. ■ 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath ranch home on a private cul-de-sac in the sought-after Town of Ledgeview. ■ Beautiful, spacious lower level finished with 9-ft. ceilings, daylight windows. ■ Custom wet bar and cabinets in rec room. ■ Home theater room, sound system throughout and full security system. ■ Large open concept kitchen with granite tops and built-in stainless steel appliances. ■ Unique master bath with double vanities and custom tile shower.
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■ Master bedroom hosts its own private bath and walk-in closet. ■ Abundance of storage throughout the home. ■ Large 2-stall garage-extra deep.
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■ 3 fireplaces. ■ Double vanities and private toilet/ shower area in main bath too. ■ Multiple tray ceilings with unique finishes. ■ Back hall entrance with lockers, media niche, separate laundry / laundry tub and closet. ■ Tremendous amount of custom finishes in railings, crown moldings, transom windows, masonry work, etc. ■ Vast 3+ stall garage, 42x26 ft. ■ Flex/hearth room with fireplace, banks of windows and unique finish. ■ Abundance of hardwood and tile.
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1455 Bingham Drive - Ledgeview
1700 Spring Hills Lane - Ledgeview
■ 4,700 sq. ft. ■ Unbelievable value! 5+ Bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, sunroom, bonus room, impressive great room, theater, and much more! ■ Spacious, open-concept design filled with light and unique lighting features – striking architectural details everywhere! ■ Two-story great room with loft and bookcases flanking fireplace ■ First floor master suite includes walkin closet, lighted tray ceiling, tile shower, whirlpool, and double sinks ■ Upscale Craftsman wood details, 6-panel doors, granite counters
■ 3,399 sq. ft. (2,008 main level; 1,391 lower level) craftsman/contemporary. ■ 9-ft. tray, cathedral ceilings and large windows give an open feel. Not your ordinary fireplace, an art niche in the corner, and interior transoms. ■ Kitchen/dinette supports plenty of cabinetry with granite countertops, puck lighting, tile backsplash, walk-in pantry, center island, and gives way to a covered exterior porch. ■ Finished lower level includes a bar and game area, bath and bedrooms, 9-ft. ceilings, lots of windows bringing in natural light and in-floor heat.
■ Huge finished daylight lower with theater/hobby room, family room, fireplace, kitchenette, 8-foot bar, pub room and more! ■ Beautiful ravine setting in hot new neighborhood! ■ Loads of custom maple cabinets, builtin storage, and walk-in pantry ■ Dream-garage – 3 stalls, steps to basement, and side service door ■ Quality flooring – hardwood, ceramic tile, and contemporary carpet ■ Bonus play/hobby room over garage – includes skylights! ■ Amazing features and value!
■ Master suite has a tray ceiling with crown molding, rope lighting. Huge closet with center island. Master bath with custom tile shower, dual vanities, make-up counter, heated floor. ■ Exterior with a mixture of cultured stone, vinyl siding, vinyl shakes, and dimensional asphalt roofing. ■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy efficiency in new construction ■ Ask a TCD representative about the energy cost-saving building methods used in this home.
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M. Gerhard Construction, Inc.
4087 Three Penny Court - Ledgeview
3957 Three Penny Court - Ledgeview
■ 3,405 sq. ft. (2,467 main; 938 lower) ■ Contemporary design and interior features. ■ Spacious, 4-stall garage! ■ Privacy lot located on cal-du-sac. ■ Gorgeous exterior stone. ■ Excellent design and layout for liveable and usable space.
■ 3,599 sq. ft. (2,634 main; 965 lower) ■ Unsurpassed custom woodworking throughout. ■ Finished lower level features golf pit and reclaimed oak bar. ■ Versailles patterned tumbled travertine floors. ■ Old world European style and comfort. ■ Practical and live-able layout.
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■ Massive vaulted ceilings. ■ Custom tile shower and tub in master bath. ■ Unsurpassed custom woodworking throughout. ■ Finished lower level.
Tim Halbrook Builders, Inc.
3726 Euro Lane - Ledgeview ■ 1,375 sq. ft. ■ Prairie style, hickory cabinets and custom trim. ■ 3-stall garage. ■ Spacious master bedroom with expansive walk-in closet. ■ Cathedral ceiling in kitchen, dining room and great room. ■ Split master bedroom design. ■ Ceramic tile in kitchen, dining room and bathrooms.
■ Huge island with snack counter. ■ Beautiful lot location with easy access to freeway. ■ Open concept kitchen design. ■ 1st floor laundry. ■ Egress window in basement. ■ Rough-ins in basement for future bathroom. ■ Brick covered porch. ■ Gas fireplace in great room. ■ East De Pere school district.
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■ Interior brick masonry. ■ Custom tile shower and claw-foot tub in master bath. ■ Hand-oiled, hand-sculpted birch floors. ■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy efficiency in new construction.
LeMense Quality Homes, Inc.
2571 Quarry View Court - Ledgeview ■ 2,148 sq. ft. ■ Custom maple cabinets and trim. ■ Andersen 400 Series windows. ■ 3 bdrm, 2.5 baths. ■ Unique tile shower. ■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy efficiency in new construction. ■ Great price point.
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Radue Homes, Inc.
729 Iron Horse Way - Ledgeview
605 Marble Rock Circle - Ledgeview
■ 3,186 sq. ft. ■ Open concept two story, three bedroom home on a quiet, wooded cul-de-sac. ■ Central to the home is a masonry fireplace featuring reclaimed brick. The massive fireplace runs though the middle of the home dividing the rooms and creating exposed brick walls throughout. ■ Reclaimed decorative wood barn beams in the kitchen and family room. ■ Large kitchen and dining area with a specialty buffet cabinet separating the kitchen from the dining room.
■ 4,734 sq. ft. ■ Spectacular wooded setting overlooking a winding creek. ■ Huge windows to take advantage of the view. ■ Finished lower level. ■ Tiered theater room with wet bar. ■ Coffered ceiling in the great room. ■ Master suite with dual walk-in closets. ■ Hardwood and tile floors throughout the first floor.
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■ Painted cabinetry and trim throughout. ■ The spacious master suite features a beautiful view of the wooded backyard, custom tile shower, sunken tub, vaulted ceilings and skylight. ■ A unique bump out with window seat is situated mid-level on the staircase landing. ■ The family friendly breezeway showcases a large laundry room, storage closet and full bath. ■ Specialty moulding and cabinetry by C&C Custom Builders. ■ Floor plans for this home were drawn by local architect Tom Lemkuil.
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■ Kitchen includes granite countertops and walk-in pantry. ■ E-nook area for studying and home office. ■ Split bedroom design. ■ Custom tiled shower. ■ Formal dining room. ■ Home office, rec room, and 4th bedroom in lower level. ■ Unique custom finishes throughout.
Gmack Development, Inc.
684 Marble Rock Circle - Ledgeview
2680 Antares Terrace - Bellevue
■ 2,742 sq. ft. ■ Spectacular wooded setting overlooking a winding creek. ■ Huge windows to take advantage of the view. ■ Master Suite with dual entry shower and free standing tub. ■ A version of this plan won last fall’s awards for “Best Floor Plan” and “Best Kitchen” ■ Unique waffle coffered ceiling in the great room.
■ 4,079 sq. ft. ■ Traditional 1-1/2 story home exterior. ■ Contemporary flair interior. ■ Open concept design. ■ Beautiful custom cabinetry throughout home. ■ Spacious first floor master suite. ■ Master bath has corner soaking tub and large ceramic tile shower. ■ Three large bedrooms upstairs. ■ Main bath is split design. ■ Large bonus room for play area.
■ Unique French country exterior with fine details. ■ Handscraped hardwood and custom tile floors. ■ Granite countertops in kitchen. ■ Exposed lower level for future expansion. ■ Office / sunroom. ■ Floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. ■ Unique finishes throughout.
■ Finished lower level with daylight windows. ■ Guest bedroom with full bath in lower level. ■ Large three-stall garage with entrance to basement. ■ Andersen Windows. ■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy efficiency in new construction.
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Adjustable Rate Mortgage (ARM). A loan whose interest rate is adjusted according to movements in the financial market.
property may be used and the protections the developer has made for the benefit of all owners in a subdivision.
Amortization. A payment plan by which a borrower reduces a debt gradually through monthly payments of principal and interest.
Condominium. A home in a multi-unit complex; each purchaser owns an individual unit, and all the purchasers jointly own the common areas, such as the surrounding land, hallways, etc.
Annual Percentage Rate (APR). The annual cost off credit over the life of a loan, including interest, service charges, points, loan fees, mortgage insurance, and other items. Appraisal. An evaluation to determine what a piece of property would sell for in the marketplace. Appreciation. The increase in the value of a property. Assessment. A tax levied on a property or a value placed on the worth of property by a taxing authority. Assumption. A transaction allowing the buyer of a home to assume responsibility for an existing loan on the home instead of getting a new loan. Balloon. A loan which has a series of monthly payments (often for 5 years or less) with the remaining balance due in a large lump sum payment at the end. Binder. A receipt for a deposit paid to secure the right to purchase a home at terms agreed upon by the buyer and seller.
Conventional Loan. A mortgage loan not insured by a government agency (such as FHA or VA). Convertibility. The ability to change a loan from an adjustable rate schedule to a fixed rate schedule. Cooperative. A form of ownership in a multi-unit complex; the purchasers own shares of the entire complex rather than owning individual units.
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Downpayment. The difference between the sales price and the mortgage amount on a home. The downpayment is usually paid at closing.
Due-on-Sale. A clause in a mortgage contract requiring the borrower to pay the entire outstanding balance upon sale or Buydown. A subsidy (usually paid by a builder or developer) to reduce the monthly transfer of the property. A mortgage with a due-on-sale clause is not assumable. payments on a mortgage loan. Cap. A limit to the amount an interest rate or a monthly payment can increase for an adjustable rate loan either during an adjustment period or over the life of the loan.
Earnest Money. A sum paid to the seller to show that a potential purchaser is serious about buying.
Easement. Right-of-way granted to a person or company authorizing access to the owner’s land; for example, a utilCertificate of Occupancy. A document from an official agency stating that the property ity company may be grated an easement to install pipes or wires. An owner may meets the requirements of local codes, voluntarily grant an easement, or in some ordinances, and regulations. cases, be compelled to grant one by a local Closing. A meeting to sign documents which jurisdiction. transfer property from a seller to a buyer. Equity. The difference between the value of (Also called settlement) a home and what is owed on it. Closing Costs. Charges paid at settlement for obtaining a mortgage loan and transferring Escrow. The handling of funds or documents by a third party on behalf of the real estate title. buyer and/or seller. Conditions, Covenants, and Restrictions (CC and Rs). The standards that define how a continued on page 21
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LeMense Quality Homes, Inc.
3221 Essen Road - Bellevue
1825 Allen Rd. - Eaton
■ 1,509 sq. ft. durable Form-A-Drain drain tile, durable 18-inch floor trusses and concrete ■ Located within walking distance to with rebar. the East Side YMCA and McAuliffe ■ Energy efficiency is always a concern. Elementary, this quality-built three bedroom ranch offers a desirable open Johnny B Home Construction uses polyurethane spray foam in the box sill concept floorplan. area and high efficient Bryant HVAC ■ Enjoy a generous kitchen with lots of components among other details to storage including walk-in pantry, large ensure a comfortable, energy-efficient center island and durable tile floors. home. Great room with soaring cathedral ceil■ Experience and knowledge from physing and cozy gas fireplace. ical construction is key to selecting ■ Roomy 3-car garage with low maintesubcontractors that perform at high nance exterior-clad door frames. levels and ensure tasks are completed ■ Featuring quality components starting timely and to perfection. from the ground up literally including
■ 2,060 sq. ft. ■ Andersen 400 Series windows. ■ Painted woodwork and trim throughout. ■ Two full baths. ■ Outstanding curb appeal. ■ Unique and spacious open concept for entertaining. ■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy efficiency in new construction. ■ Country home charm.
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271 Lost Ridge Court - Green Bay
2980 E. Enderby Lane - Green Bay
■ 3,595 sq. ft. ■ Smart Custom Homes attention to detail. ■ Large custom tiled shower and large soaking tub in master bathroom. ■ Complete granite kitchen with stainless steel farm sink. ■ Great floorplan with formal dining room. ■ All brick exterior. ■ Painted and Stained woodwork throughout.
■ 1,232 sq. ft. ■ Proud to partner with Focus on Energy’s New Homes Program, Wisconsin’s program for energy efficiency in new construction. ■ Custom maple cabinets. ■ Ceramic tile throughout kitchen, dinette, entry, baths and laundry room.
■ Cathedral ceilings in living room and master bedroom. ■ Attic seal and 95 percent efficient furnace. ■ Egress window in basement. ■ Six-panel doors and maple trim. ■ Family-orientated neighborhood, close to UWGB walking trails and Shorewood Golf Course.
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DICTIONARY
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Federal Housing Administration (FHA). A federal agency which insures mortgages that have lower downpayment requirements than conventional loans. Fixed Rate Mortgage. A mortgage whose interest rate remains constant over the life of the loan. The payments are not necessarily level. (See Graduated Payment Mortgage and Growing Equity Mortgage). Hazard Insurance. Protection against damage caused by fire, windstorm, or other common hazards. Many lenders require borrowers to carry it in an amount at least equal to the mortgage. Housing Finance Agency. A state agency which offers a limited amount of belowmarket-rate home financing for low-and moderate-income households. Index. The interest rate or adjustment standard which determines the changes in monthly payments for an adjustable rate loan. Infrastructure. The public facilities and services needed to support residential development, including highways, bridges, schools, and sewer and water systems Interest. The cost paid to a lender for the
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use of borrowed money. Joint Tenancy. A form of ownership by which the tenants own a property equally. If one dies, the other would automatically inherit the entire property. Level Payment Mortgage. A mortgage whose payments are identical for each month over the life of the loan.
Mortgage Origination Fee. A charge by a lender for the work involved in preparing and servicing a mortgage application (usually 1 percent of the loan amount). Note. A formal document showing the existence of a debt and stating the terms of repayment.
PITI. Principal, interest, taxes, and insurance (the 4 major components of monthly Mortgage Broker. A broker who represents numerous lenders and helps consumers find housing payments). affordable mortgages; the broker charges a Point. A charge of 1 percent of the mortgage amount. Points are a one-time charge fee only if the consumer fins a loan. assessed by the lender at closing to increase Mortgage Commitment. A formal written the interest yield on a mortgage loan. communication by a lender, agreeing to make a mortgage loan on a specific property, specifying the loan amount, length of time and conditions.
Mortgage Company (Mortgage Banker). A company that borrows money from a bank, lends it to consumers who want to buy homes, then sells the loans to investors. Mortgage Loan. A contract in which the borrower’s property is pledged a s collateral and which can be repaid in installments over a long period. The mortgagor (buyer) promises to repay principal and interest, to keep the home insured, to pay all taxes, and to keep the property in good condition.
Prepayment. Payment of all or part of a debt prior to its maturity.
Principal. The amount borrowed in a loan, excluding interest and other charges. Property Survey. A survey to determine the boundaries of your property. The cost will depend on the complexity of the survey. Recording Fee. A charge for recording the transfer of a property, paid to a city, county, or other appropriate branch of government. R-Value. The resistance of insulation material (including windows) to heat passing through it. The higher the number, the
greater the insulating value. Settlement. (See Closing). Title. Evidence (usually in the form of a certificate or deed) of a person’s legal right to ownership of a property. Transfer Taxes. Taxes levied on the transfer of property or on real estate loans by state and/or local jurisdictions. Veterans Administration (VA). A federal agency which insures mortgage loans with very liberal downpayment requirements for honorably discharged veterans and their surviving spouses. Walk-Through. A final inspection of a home before settlement to search for problems that need to be corrected before ownership changes hands. Warranty. A promise, either written or implied, that the material and workmanship of a product is defect-free or will meet a specified level of performance over a specified period of time. Written warranties on new homes are either backed by insurance companies or by the builders themselves. Zoning. Regulations established by local governments regarding the location, height, and use for any given piece of property within a specific area.
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Bay Lakes Builders & Development
3487 County Line Road - New Franken
4231 Nicolet Drive - Scott
■ 14,319 sq. ft. ■ For the avid outdoorsman, the 3,400 sq. ft. trophy and game room is a must see! It features a full bar, stone fireplace, raised game table area, and trophy mounts each with a story of its own. ■ A true specialty item, a C&C custom built, all wood, free-standing threequarter spiral staircase accesses the lower level bar/media room. ■ A grand two story foyer showcases another C&C custom built stair system and a unique circular wood beamed ceiling.
■ 2,570 sq. ft. ■ Includes many green features such ■ Contemporary design features a as R-24 sidewall insulation, R-50 attic 2-story window wall for admiring insulation, insulated Marvin Windows, sunsets over the bay. radon venting, EPA sealed combustion ■ Living/dining area also features fireplace, and high-efficiency Bryant handsome maple floors, wood-burning furnace with ECM blower. fireplace with unique masonry face, ■ Proud to partner with Focus on and an open staircase featuring sleek Energy’s New Homes Program, cable rail system and wood steps. Wisconsin’s program for energy ■ Kitchen featuring IKEA cabinets, efficiency in new construction Bosch stainless steel appliances, tiled ■ Quality finishes throughout include tiled floors, oversized maple trim, and backsplash and quartz countertops on single-panel maple interior doors. center island.
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■ The fabulous master bath features custom wood columns and barrel that accent the whirlpool tub which is flanked by dual vanities with wood arched soffits. ■ Perfect for entertaining, the lower level boasts a media room, kitchenette, wine cellar and access to the future backyard pool area. ■ The house incorporates a geothermal system which is the source for hydronic heating and forced air cooling.
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8489 White Cliff Woods Lane - Fish Creek
3423 Cty Hwy V - Jacksonport
This premier home, with top-of theline amenities, is the perfect avenue to showcase PortSide’s craftsmanship and attention to detail. A beautiful covered front porch and decorative columns provide a warm welcome to this ranchstyle home. ■ 2,467 sq. ft. ■ Three bedrooms, 2.5 baths. ■ Spacious family room with cathedral ceiling and woodburning fireplace. ■ Kitchen features island extended snack counter, corner walk-in pantry and custom cabinets.
■ 2,900 sq. ft. ■ Spacious kitchen with rustic hickory flat-panel cabinets. ■ Great room with wood cathedral ceiling; log walls; 22 ft. ceiling height with stone fireplace. ■ Knotty pine 2-panel plank doors with knotty pine trim. ■ Pella Proline casement windows with trapezoid and transom. ■ Covered front porch with future 4 season room in back and partially finished walkout. ■ Three large first floor bedrooms and large master on second floor.
■ Adjacent to the kitchen is the breakfast nook and keeping room with a woodburning fireplace. ■ Formal dining room with French doors. ■ Angled tray ceiling adds elegance to the master suite. ■ Master bath with dual vanities and a spacious corner tile shower. ■ Bonus room over garage. ■ Screen porch and spacious deck. ■ Wood and tile flooring. ■ Lockers in back entry and so much more.
■ First floor laundry room and walk-in pantry. ■ Craft room located on second floor just off the loft. ■ 12x12 aluminum deck off of upstairs master bedroom. ■ 8-inch true half-log siding, porch posts and railing on exterior ■ Interior 7-inch log siding, with 1x8 inch Matchlock, 1x6 inch WP4 ceiling. ■ Open log stair with log railing. Universally Designed
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1700 Lawrence Dr.
DARBOY
2626 S. Oneida St. 509 N. Richmond St. 2701 N. Ballard Rd. 455 S. Nicolet Rd. 1235 W. Spencer St.
GREENVILLE
2424 Westowne Ave. 1492 W. SouthPark Ave.
NEENAH
1100 S. 30th St.
APPLETON
W6089 Cty. Rd. KK
OSHKOSH
N1230 Cty. Rd. CB
MANITOWOC
125 E. Forest Ave. 2300 Industrial Dr.
WAUPACA
1006 Royalton St.
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NEW LONDON
603 W. Wolf River Ave.
NICHOLS
W5644 Cty. Rd. F
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